FORT WORTH (KRLD) – A state district judge in Fort Worth is stepping down to run for another office. Sharen Wilson made the announcement on the steps of the old courthouse surrounded by supporters. Wilson is setting her sights on the Tarrant County District Attorney’s office.

“We have a lot to do to improve the situation in the Tarrant county DA’s office the people of Tarrant county know we need a new district attorney that comes from outside the ranks of current scandal plagued office,” said Wilson.

Wilson has been on the bench since 1990. She has already picked up the endorsement of Tarrant County Sheriff Dee Anderson.

“She is a tough but fair judge. She sided with law enforcement. She supported law enforcement. She continues to support law enforcement to this day,” said Anderson.

The election will be held November 2014. Shannon has not yet announced if he’ll seek reelection.